Sullivan attends West Ham game despite advice not to
Former West Ham co-chairman David Sullivan attends their Carabao Cup match against Portsmouth despite being advised he should stay away.
David Sullivan, the former co-chairman of West Ham United, attended the club's Carabao Cup match against Portsmouth at London Stadium on Monday, despite being advised against it due to safeguarding concerns. Sullivan resigned from his position as co-chairman in June, following seven women accusing him of sexually exploitative and predatory behaviour, allegations he denies.
Despite the club's recommendation and London Stadium's concerns about potential fan unrest, there were no reported issues inside the stadium before or after the match. The match is significant as it marks West Ham's first appearance in the EFL Cup since their relegation from the Premier League last season. Sullivan, who remains the largest shareholder with a 38.8% stake, was banned from contact with West Ham's women's and youth teams for three years due to safeguarding issues.
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